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[rsthomis]

Greetings, new friends! We will be picking up our new 171BH next week. Would you recommend any specific sway bar and hitch for a Jayco Jay Feather micro 171BH that weighs slightly less than 4,000 lb? Towing with a 2013 Ford F150. TIA!

 

[Jagiven]

Welcome Aboard!

I would say the two most popular WDHs are the Equalizer E4 and the Anderson. I have the Equalizer, and really love it. It is a little heavy, but very robust and reliable. I have not used the Anderson, feed back I have heard is very positive, light weight, and functional.

Happy Camping

 

[markb5900]

I’ve had the equalizer and currently use an Anderson.
Both perform very well.
Only reason I like the Anderson more is the weight factor. Much easier to take on and off the truck.

 

[Route 66 Traveler]

I’ve used a Fastwsy e2 for the past 7 years. Simple to hookup and works great.

https://www.fastwaytrailer.com/e2-hitch

 

[TMTEX]

I have the equalizer also. As others have said, the hitch is heavy

 

[Wiscampsin]

I use Equalizer and have been very happy with it. Yes it's heavy but it's built very well. I have no experience with the Anderson.

 

[Route 66 Traveler]

I use this to install and remove my hitch from the truck. No more greasy hands of sore back!

https://www.amazon.com/HitchGrip-HG712-Hitch-Coupling-Trailers/dp/B00HSO37B0/ref=sr_1_1?crid=30QLUVK64PUJB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LeJHfawr21rCMgDGjzkMsD9ilv4EG7ETg0eOKhdm76m7vfgzQBqMczccibmzWwl6VEwTkZwb7PI3TBWj6m-I2VjzKkXPczOETgl7Gd0bo3Von7HkFBidAlIEc8PmOg_RRoUTyJNDaRUNq8H7sUwBHtvnajL-s87lTENbFEEDvDW_nlnVE96w3N8AIvnubgK5Rcm5gyVpj1iZYVgU_eH1foP2HsG8albmnIe-DTiUPYZqhy8EzhJhUKsttnND1DN12Lp5W2FUhHexUsGLBctIi3BA5FD7koiIRCW9pzB2NhE.uvXrb7qFGjyxINYfV48A-4ppl646NyDPxJgcDEU4EEo&dib_tag=se&keywords=hitch+grip&qid=1711994431&sprefix=hitch+grip%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1

 

[Jerry713]

Greetings, new friends! We will be picking up our new 171BH next week. Would you recommend any specific sway bar and hitch for a Jayco Jay Feather micro 171BH that weighs slightly less than 4,000 lb? Towing with a 2013 Ford F150. TIA!

Welcome to the forum!

I would recommend a weight distribution hitch and one that specifically has 4 points of sway control like the Equalizer. These hitches aren’t cheap but well worth the investment.

 

[KCSA75]

Pulling that trailer with an F-150, I think the Anderson would be a great WDH. I've never used one either, but the reviews are very good.

 

[MrJeep]

I use this to install and remove my hitch from the truck. No more greasy hands of sore back!

https://www.amazon.com/HitchGrip-HG712-Hitch-Coupling-Trailers/dp/B00HSO37B0/ref=sr_1_1?crid=30QLUVK64PUJB&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.LeJHfawr21rCMgDGjzkMsD9ilv4EG7ETg0eOKhdm76m7vfgzQBqMczccibmzWwl6VEwTkZwb7PI3TBWj6m-I2VjzKkXPczOETgl7Gd0bo3Von7HkFBidAlIEc8PmOg_RRoUTyJNDaRUNq8H7sUwBHtvnajL-s87lTENbFEEDvDW_nlnVE96w3N8AIvnubgK5Rcm5gyVpj1iZYVgU_eH1foP2HsG8albmnIe-DTiUPYZqhy8EzhJhUKsttnND1DN12Lp5W2FUhHexUsGLBctIi3BA5FD7koiIRCW9pzB2NhE.uvXrb7qFGjyxINYfV48A-4ppl646NyDPxJgcDEU4EEo&dib_tag=se&keywords=hitch+grip&qid=1711994431&sprefix=hitch+grip%2Caps%2C168&sr=8-1

I agree! Makes handling the hitch-ball a breeze!

 

[RogerR]

I have been using the Andersen in bad wind condition and thousands of miles with a similar trailer. So simple to use, light weight for mount, dismount and less weight on rear end. Simple to use and very positive. Quick to hitch/unhitch!

 

[Kim Gass]

Andersen here
Happy with it
Have towed to Newfoundland twice and to Florida and back three times
No sway even in the Wreckhouse which routinely has 70 mph winds ( its in Newfoundland)
Havent calculsted dirt road travel but its considerable
Unit is 5200 lbs loaded ( not usually with fresh water)
Unit seems to work well

 

[Midnightmoon]

I have tens of thousands of miles on my Andersen. Completely satisfied with the performance of the hitch. In addition, if you ever do have a question or need a part, the customer service is second to none.

 

[Smeel]

We have a Husky Weight distribution kit on our 2015 Jeep Cherokee North. Pulling an STx 174BH

 

[Roll On]

Had a Husky fifth wheel hitch, to sloppy; went with a Curt fifth wheel hitch, night and day difference.

 

[Murff]

Andersen! Been using for 15 years!

Murff

 

[Sandraze]

I've used both E2 and Equalizer. In my opinion, the Equalizer performed best! I think the key thing for that weight of an RV and tow vehicle is to use a WDH! Well worth the investment for safety and comfort!

 

[Dime60]

Greetings, new friends! We will be picking up our new 171BH next week. Would you recommend any specific sway bar and hitch for a Jayco Jay Feather micro 171BH that weighs slightly less than 4,000 lb? Towing with a 2013 Ford F150. TIA!

I have a E4 600/6000 like new for sale

 

[Kim Gass]

Andersen is a breeze to use
Light and works well for us with smaller trailers

 

[JaybirdM]

Lincoln Aviator tow vehicle

Anyone have experience pulling Hummingbird 17RK (4000#) with Aviator with V6 3.0 dual turbo 400hp, 415 torque? Thanks